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Introduced
10/09/2025
10/09/2025
In Committee
10/14/2025
10/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to self-storage spaces; amending s. 83.803, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "last known address"; amending s. 83.806, F.S.; revising the notice requirements of owners of self- storage units in order to enforce a lien on a tenant's property; amending s. 83.808, F.S.; requiring that rental agreements for renters of self-storage units which are entered into on or after a specified date provide certain information in compliance with the Self-storage Facility Act; providing that failure or refusal of a tenant to designate an alternate contact does not affect a tenant's or an owner's rights or remedies; providing an exception; authorizing owners of a self-storage unit to send notice to certain tenants' last known address to apprise such tenants of a specified right; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill updates Florida's self-storage facility laws by modifying several key provisions related to tenant notifications and lien enforcement. The bill revises the definition of "last known address" to be more flexible, allowing tenants to provide address updates through various methods specified in their rental agreement. It also updates notice requirements for self-storage unit owners seeking to enforce a lien on a tenant's property, including allowing electronic notification methods like email and providing alternative advertising options for sale notices, such as using online auction websites. Starting October 1, 2026, rental agreements must provide tenants the option to designate an alternate contact who can receive official notices, though failure to do so will not impact the tenant's or owner's legal rights. The alternate contact will not automatically have access to the storage unit or its contents unless specifically stated in the rental agreement. For existing rental agreements prior to the 2026 effective date, owners may send notices informing tenants about the new alternate contact option. These changes aim to modernize communication methods and provide more clarity in self-storage facility operations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Now in Commerce Committee (on 01/21/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/135 |
| Analysis - Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/135/Analyses/h0135a.CIV.PDF |
| Analysis - Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/135/Analyses/h0135.CIV.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/135/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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